Do I need to buy a separate luck to secure rack (when step away w/bikes)?
5786
It comes with a bolt (that bolts the rack to your trailer hitch), so unless the person trying to steal it has two large wrenches you should be fine. I guess a better answer is, it does not come with a lock anywhere on the hitch.
5787
Yes you should have a lock to secure your bikes. If you dont use a locking hitch pin than anyone with vise grip pliers or some crescent wrenches can remove the rack (and your bikes if on the rack.)
5788
I am not sure what you mean by a separate luck. But the bikes seemed pretty secure, so far I have only added 2 bikes, but you would need something to secure the wheels of the bike for sure, so that they wont dangle, hit each other and your car. I used the ties to tie the wheels to the bike frame to keep the bike more steady and secure while driving. Hope this helps.
5789
I guess it depends on where you live :) For someone to steal it they would need two ratchets, one to hold the huge no wiggle bolt that goes through mount, into the hitch and then into a HUGE nut on the other side and 3-5 minutes of no one looking to work on it. I figured for the price of this, it was a risk I was willing to take and so far no problems. I think anyone who just walked by and looked down at it would think there was no way that thing is coming off easily.
953886
For the rack, you have to purchase separately the Saris Thelma #3022 Security Locking Hitch Tite. This is useful if you going camping and leaving the rack in some remote parking. For the bike, I highly recommended the Saris Locking 8-Foot Cable. The cable comes with the lock and good enough to secure 3 bikes. The cable may not be thick and I am sure someone can cut it but good enough for day use. I keep the bike indoor when travelling or attached additional locks when going camping.
2039809
Not sure what you are asking for sure. The pin that holds the rack to the hitch is threaded so it would take quite a bit to take the rack, as for the bike, I don't think there is a way to lock it to the rack. I love the rack, but never leave my bike on it for any length of time unattended.
107158
No, you have to unscrew it. I preferred that for a little more theft deterance. Overall I love this rack
1019142
There is no locking mechanism on the rack itself, but I just run a cable through all the bikes and through the loop on my trailer hitch. Keep in mind that if you lock/chain the bikes to the rack itself, you'd also want to make sure you have a locking trailer hitch/pin to prevent someone from simply pulling the pin and taking the entire rack with all your bikes attached to it (albeit, that would be heavy and awkward...but maybe I'm just a bit paranoid ;-) Great rack though. Good luck.
206589
You have to buy the hitch lock separate. Unsure of if you can use it for kids bikes probably depends on the size of the bike
79064
If you leave the rack attached to your vehicle, it should be no problem. I think it's easier to load this rack than the hanging style. Just set your bike on the tire racks, pull down the top hook, and go.
2061797
Yes without the bike No with the bike on You will need to make sur that the bike rack is still secure
1193551
For the best fit and security, yes, essential. Some ladies bikes fit but angled. My wife's bike is an odd angle so did not fit any bike rack.
1792025
Hello Debra:Yes, you will need a hitch pin to lock the bar into the receiver, which you should be able to find for under $5. I would go for a locking pin though, around $20, to prevent someone from making off with the rack and your bikes. In the US, Camping World will have pins. In Canada, go to Canadian Tire. I also have a locking cable to lock the bikes to the rack as well.Good luck,Rick
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You have to purchase a lock separately. It has a place for a lock that connects to the red screw handle to keep it from turning - but not just any lock. It is a specific accessory you have to purchase. But, you can also use a standard bike lock to lock your bike to the rack. As far as locking the rack to your car, this rack does not support that at all. You'd have to come up with your own solution.
2224993
You have to purchase the bike racks separately. They mount on top of the carrier. If you just want a bike rack just buy them by themselves.
1167390
I purchased a lock for the hitch. You can lock the bike to the rack. I found the lick for the hitch on Amazon
785098
I sometimes go for a run in the park after riding my bike. I use a cable lock fed thru my tire rim to secure the bike and rack to it. Doing the same to just the rack should work for your purposes. I hope this info helps, good luck! :)
818962
no you do not need to buy 2 or these. I think the "single" means for one rack.
1852921
This rack comes with one strap to secure your wheels so the don't spin. If you are loading more than one bike, you may want to use more straps. I use bungee cords and they work fine.
672350
Yes, there is a lock to secure the rack to your trailer hitch, and two locks that are integrated into the support arms to secure your bikes. I don't believe these are case hardened, but they serve as a good deterrent to the less sophisticated thief.